Tips For Having A Good Dude Ranch Experience

You’ve decided to chuck the same old vacation experience and try something new. Yes, you and the family are going to head off to a dude ranch for a bit of fun and relaxation. To make sure you achieve your goals, you might want to take into account these tips.
The first tip I can provide you is know what you want. Do you want an authentic western experience in a somewhat rustic ranch? If so, you want to pick a destination that is part of a working ranch. These locations view guests as an add on to their core activities and you will get a very realistic experience.
What if you are looking for something a bit more relaxing? Well, you need to then look for a location that lists activities that bear this out. You should look for things like pools, hot tubs, canoeing and so on. You do not want a working ranch because it will end up being a  bit more rustic than you probably want.
A second big issue to consider is what is included in the price. Most ranches will give you a price for the week. Does it include meals and, if so, which ones? What about amenities like horseback riding? Some locations include it in the base price while others do not. You don’t want to pick a cheap location only to find out it is expensive because you have to pay a lot for the various activities you want to take.
My third tip for you is a bit odd. It has to do with a very practical matter, but one that can be very important. Most dude ranches are located in remote areas. As a result, getting to them is not easy. Many GPS systems will simply start smoking if you try to use them! Make sure you know the directions and the kind of roads you’ll be going across. Driving across a ancient dirt road in your Camry isn’t going to be good for the car notwithstanding the already questionable quality of it!
Does a dude ranch make a great vacation? Yes, particularly if you keep the above tips in mind.